Health and Fitness Oasis

Both children and adults can be affected by ADHD, a chemical imbalance in the brain. There are many treatments that are currently in use for the condition. Another way to manage symptoms involves the diet. Researchers have not found a link between eating sugary snacks and developing ADHD. While this is true, changing what you eat can help to lessen the symptoms your child experiences on a daily basis.

What has been recommended for ADHD sufferers is to try and eat a proper diet. Proper nutrition is nothing new. It involves eating the right mix of proteins, carbohydrates and fats each day so that the body can function with optimal results. Read the rest of this entry »

Support is important when dealing with any medical condition.  It is important for the sufferer and the family that loves them.  That is no different with ADHD.  Parents and children need to know that they are not alone.

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.  This condition is common among children of school age.  What happens is that the brain does not make enough of certain neurotransmitters that are important to the function of certain areas of the brain.  The areas affected are mostly those that deal with organizational functions. Read the rest of this entry »